Biofeedback refers to the use of electronic monitoring of a normally automatic (involuntary or unconscious) bodily function in order to train someone to acquire voluntary control of that function. In Biofeedback training, you’re hooked up to sensors that give you information (feedback) about what you’re body is doing (bio).

The feedback aids you in making focused changes in your body, such as taking deep focused breaths, to achieve the feeling you want, like becoming poised before problem solving with a loved one you were previously angry at. Boiling it down, Biofeedback allows you the opportunity to change your feelings, thoughts, and physical responses. These benefits extend but are not limited to physical wellness, emotional regulation, stress management, peak physical performance training, test preparation, and relationship health.

What can Biofeedback measure?

Biofeedback typically measures one or a combination of the following variables depending on what type of biofeedback training you are getting.

Blood oxygen levels

Heart Beats per minute

Heart rate variability

Skin temperature

Muscle tension

Perspiration

Brainwaves

Types of breaths

Is Biofeedback right for me?

Do you have difficulties controlling your anger?

Do you have strong emotions that seem to change rapidly and without warning?

Do you suffer from negative thoughts?

Are you chronically stressed?

Does worry effect your ability to make good choices?

Do you have trouble making the choices you want to in mentally/emotionally demanding situations?

Does conflict make your heart race and prevent you from operating well in relationships?

Do you have muscle tension?

Do you find yourself taking short breaths regularly?

Does your body have larger responses to emotional stimuli than other people you know?

Do you want the mental/emotional edge over people you’re competing against?